Welcome to "So You May Believe: An Inductive Bible Study on the Gospel of John". This video highlights the study structure, book highlights, theme verse, and context of John. Every good Bible study starts with context. Answering these questions helps set the lens through which we study, keeping the author's intent and structure at the forefront of our mind. It informs our interpretation and helps keep us on the right track.

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In this session, Erin Warren teaches through 2 Peter 3. Peter gives one final charge to the church: remember and remain steadfast in your faith. Scoffers will come and belittle what you believe. But they overlook truth, and one day, our Just Judge will execute justice. Because God is eternal, He is not slow to fulfill His promise. So, as we wait, be diligent, be alert, and be steadfast, growing in grace and knowledge. 

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Feasting on Truth: Savor the Life-giving Word of God and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

Way Maker: An Advent Through the Book of Hebrews: FeastingOnTruth.com/WayMaker

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

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In this session, Erin Warren teaches through 2 Peter 2. In contrast to the prophecies of God (a continuation from 2 Peter 1), the words of false prophets are rooted in human authority, greed, and self-exaltation. Peter gives an extensive explanation of the behavior of a false prophet, but also reminds the recipients of the letter (and us) that God always executes justice on those who choose sin over surrender to Him, but also saves those who put their trust in God. He uses several Old Testament examples to prove this point. It is a reminder to remain rooted in the truth of Scripture. 

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Feasting on Truth: Savor the Life-giving Word of God and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

Way Maker: An Advent Through the Book of Hebrews: FeastingOnTruth.com/WayMaker

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

For speaking inquiries: FeastingOnTruth.com/Speaking

In this session, Erin Warren teaches through 2 Peter 1, a favorite of hers and foundational to Feasting on Truth. Only a handful of years passed between these two letters, but the suffering the early Christians faced had increased exponentially. Because of that, many false prophets also arose, claiming Peter and the disciples made up the stories of Jesus and presenting a more favorable earthly gospel. Peter writes this letter to encourage believers to remain steadfast in truth. This first chapter focuses heavily on the foundation: we must know truth, and in Jesus, we have everything we need for life and godliness.

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Feasting on Truth: Savor the Life-giving Word of God and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

Everyday Prayer for Faith: Finding Confidence in God No Matter What: FeastingOnTruth.com/Faith

Way Maker: An Advent Through the Book of Hebrews: FeastingOnTruth.com/WayMaker

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

For speaking inquiries: FeastingOnTruth.com/Speaking

In this session, Erin Warren teaches through 1 Peter 5. As Peter wraps up his first letter, he once again shifts our minds to the character of God, the promises of God, and toward eternity. Victory is sure, so let's continue trusting our Chief Shepherd, in humility, knowing He cares for us. We have an enemy who seeks to devour us, so we must remain alert. And one day, God will restore, confirm, strengthen and establish us. Peter has lived this and now he walks in obedience to Jesus's call to "feed my sheep" and "strengthen your brothers."

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Everyday Prayer for Faith: Finding Confidence in God No Matter What: FeastingOnTruth.com/Faith

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

For speaking inquiries: FeastingOnTruth.com/Speaking

In this episode, Erin Warren teaches through 1 Peter 4. Simply put, Peter is calling believers to trust God as their faithful Creator and just judge and continue obeying God and doing good. The world will not understand our behavior, and we may even face suffering because of it. But one day, we will all give an account, and the Lord will bring about justice.

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Everyday Prayer for Faith: Finding Confidence in God No Matter What: FeastingOnTruth.com/Faith

Teachings on Jesus' Arrest and Trial in Mark 14: https://youtu.be/j-6dZfHjM50

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

For speaking inquiries: FeastingOnTruth.com/Speaking

Peter continues addressing household codes within the church. He calls all who profess Christ to have unity, turn from evil and do good, and be ready to explain your hope. We should expect to suffer as Jesus did; however, let us remember that He is seated in heaven, alive, with all authority. Because He is our Source, we can remain steadfast in faith, even in suffering.

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

Mentioned in this session:

Learn more about blood and water through the Tabernacle: https://youtu.be/c53_ZZ0FJfY

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For recommended resources: FeastingOnTruth.com/Resources

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

For speaking inquiries: FeastingOnTruth.com/Speaking

In this episode, Erin Warren teaches through 1 Peter 2. Peter continues to use Old Testament passages and stories and applies them to the new family of believers under the new covenant, explaining that we are God's people, built into a spiritual house on the foundation of Jesus Christ. Our purpose to bring praise and honor to God, no matter what our circumstances. Peter then moves to a new section of his letter, encouraging believers to live as witnesses to the goodness of God. We should not be surprised when we suffer because Jesus Himself suffered unjustly.

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

For more information on this study and to sign up for the Alongside Guide: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

Peter is writing a letter to believers in Asia Minor reminding them that our faith and hope are in God, and we should set our eyes toward eternity and what is imperishable.Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

For more information on this study: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books

Theology and Other Fun Stuff Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2289539/episodes/15689986

In this episode, Erin Warren introduces the study, goes over the format and how to use your workbook. Then she teaches through the context of 1 and 2 Peter. Context will help us better understand Peter's words as the Bible was written for us but not to us. Before studying, we always need to first answer some key questions that help us know the original intent of the passage and what was going on in the world in which these words were first written.

Peter knew suffering, but Peter also knew Jesus. His letters are an encouragement to anyone facing hardships and trials and a reminder that we can be steadfast because our God is steadfast. And when we persevere, what awaits us in eternity is worth far more than anything this world has to offer.

For more information on this study: FeastingOnTruth.com/Peter

For more information on studying Scripture: FeastingOnTruth.com/HowTo

Erin's books and other studies: FeastingOnTruth.com/Books